Patient Care Technician / PCT L&D

Lovelace Health System; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Lovelace Health System in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a night-shift Labor and Delivery Patient Care Technician (PCT) for full-time hours. You will assist with basic patient care under nursing supervision, help with daily activities, and monitor patient progress while reporting to the RN.

Phlebotomy and related skills are a plus, with entry-level responsibilities in a supportive team setting. The role emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and collaboration with obstetric teams to ensure quality care

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer before direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care under supervision of nursing/medical staff.
• Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs.
• Observe patients' progress and report to the Registered Nurse or medical staff.
• Record vital signs and collect specimens for lab tests.
• Provide basic patient transport and housekeeping duties.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Phlebotomy

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night-shift, full-time, Labor and Delivery Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Albuquerque, NM.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance , and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Lovelace Women’s Hospital has 173 licensed beds, including a 53-bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, family care unit, an award-winning breast care center and the first robotic surgery program in the state recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation.

Responsibilities

• Works in an entry-level position providing basic patient care under the direction of nursing and medical staff.
• Assists patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs.
• Observes patients’ progress to prepare and disseminate reports to the Registered Nurse or other medical staff.
• Obtains and records patients' vital signs and collects specimens for lab tests.
• Provides basic patient transport and housekeeping duties.

Qualifications

Job Requirements :

• High School or GED.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements :

• Experience in Phlebotomy or completion of a Phlebotomy course.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• 1 year of experience in acute or long-term care.
• Working towards approved CN A , PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification.